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Mar 27, 2019; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Antonio Blakeney (9) dribbles the ball against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half at the United Center.

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| by Katie Krzaczek, Amanda Christovich, and Alex Schiffer

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20 Named in Basketball Fixing Indictment

The unsealed indictment names players, trainers, and “high-stakes gamblers.”

January 15, 2026

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Nov 18, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; American DJ Steve Aoki during the Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix at the Las Vegas Strip Circuit.

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| by Ben Horney

DraftKings Cofounder, DJ Steve Aoki Accused of Duping NFT Buyers

The proposed class action expects “tens of millions of dollars” in damages.

January 12, 2026

Oct 24, 2025; Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA; Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi (10) looks on against Nashville SC during the first half at Chase Stadium.

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| by Ryan Glasspiegel

Lionel Messi, Logan Paul Resolve Beverage Dispute

The anti-competitive behavior and trademark dispute dates back to 2024.

January 8, 2026

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| by Colin Salao

NFL, Chiefs Say They’re Looking Into Rashee Rice Domestic Violence Allegations

Rice pleaded guilty to two felony charges last year.

January 8, 2026